Integrating with Trimble Connect

In this guide, we will go through the steps you will need to take when planning to integrate with the different Trimble Connect APIs.

Trimble Connect API is a set of different APIs

Trimble Connect is a cloud-based platform that connects the right people to the right constructible data, at the right time. Trimble Connect public APIs enable customers to integrate the platform into their systems. 

Trimble Connect API is a set of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that allow communication with Trimble Connect servers and web and desktop clients.

Free Personal Account

First, get familiar with Trimble Connect using a free Personal account: https://connect.trimble.com/get-started.html.

Trimble Connect license

By joining the Tekla Partners Program you will be able to purchase an affordable Tekla Partners Program Suite.

The suite contains a Trimble Connect Business Premium license along with other Tekla software for development purposes. With the license you have access to full Trimble Connect functionality, Trimble Connect Workflow Extension & BIM Tools, and online support.

Getting the Trimble Connect API credentials

Once you have familiarized yourself with the Trimble Connect, .NET SDK,  API References, and code examples and feel ready to start leveraging the Trimble Connect APIs, you will need to request API credentials unique to your organization and connected application. 

Note that every application needs its API credentials. This helps us to help you if you have any issues with your integration.

Issuing application credentials normally takes 3-4 business days.

Get your credentials via Trimble Connect Integrator Sign-up

To get the API credentials browse to the Trimble Connect: Integrator Sign-up page. Read through the instructions and the Trimble Connect SDK IU License Agreement. Then fill in the online form to request new credentials to be created for you.  

Start coding

Get familiar with the Trimble Connect APIs, check the guides, code examples, and API references - learn the high-level architecture and API Reference by signing to Connect Integrators.

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